By Claude Martinez.
Tinley Park – On Saturday, December 27, 2025, a memorial service will be held at Tinley Park High School (TPHS) for Detective Tim Jones, 34, an alumnus of TPHS, a Park Forest Police officer who passed away on December 3.
“In March of 2016, Tim’s life changed forever when he was critically wounded in the line of duty,” wrote the Park Forest Police Department on December 4, 2025. “He was shot multiple times while bravely taking an armed offender into custody. We were told he wouldn’t survive, but Tim had other plans. With the strength and determination that defined him, he fought back. Day after day, year after year, he pushed through challenges most of us can’t imagine. For nearly 10 years, Tim showed us what courage, resilience, and heart truly look like.”
The Park Forest Police Department continued to add, “Yesterday (December 3), Tim’s long and difficult battle came to an end. And while our hearts are broken, we remain incredibly proud of the fight he gave. Tim will always be an inspiration and a reminder of the power of strength, faith, and the unwavering support of family and loved ones.”
Detective Jones was an alumnus of TPHS, and the school released a statement on December 4, saying, “The Titan Family sends heartfelt condolences on the loss of TPHS alumnus Detective Tim Jones. His service and legacy will never be forgotten.”
A Celebration of Life will take place at TPHS on December 27 in the high school’s main gym.
Public walk-through: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
First responder walk-through: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Celebration of Life service: 2 p.m.
Jones was the son of former Country Club Hills Police Chief William Jones.
The City of Country Club Hills said on December 19, “The Village is saddened to hear of Det. Jones’ passing and offers heartfelt condolences to everyone who knew and loved him. Crowds as large as 5,000 people are expected, which may affect traffic in the immediate area.”
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